Job Description

THE ROLE

This is an exciting new role designed to build and strengthen Yarm School's alumni community while establishing the foundations for a strategic fundraising programme. The Alumni, Development and Fundraising Manager will develop and deliver engaging alumni initiatives, foster philanthropic support, and plan a longterm development strategy. The post holder will be part of a busy Marketing, Communications and Development Department and will benefit from its guidance and expertise. This role will work across the School to cultivate alumni and community connections, support events and communications, and establish the systems and processes needed to enhance and strengthen Yarm School's development and fundraising capacity.

Please review the full job description on our website which lists the role's full responsibilities and person specification.

CONTRACTUAL MATTERS

Annual salary from 37,790 to 43,814 dependent on skills and experience. 37.5 hours per week to be worked 8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. There will be some flexibility in relation to working hours to accommodate evening and weekend work. Full year therefore a requirement to work over the school holidays. Holidays of 21 days per year, rising to 24 over 3 years, plus bank holidays and additional days for Christmas closure. Holiday leave to be taken in school holidays. Generous Pension & Life Insurance Scheme
HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the application form which is available on the Yarm School Website. All applicants must use the Application Form provided, together with submitting a covering letter to the HR Department, explaining why the applicant is suited to the post; CVs may also be submitted but are not a substitute for the Application Form.

Download the full job description, application form and application process from the website. All applications must be sent via email to HR@Yarmschool. org. For any questions or queries please contact ljc@yarmschool.org. We will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible but responses may take longer over the holiday period when the office is closed.

The deadline for applications is noon, Wednesday 21st January 2026. Shortlisting will take place after the submission deadline with interviews to be held in the following weeks. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised by email that they have not been shortlisted. Due to the volume of applications that we receive we are unable to provide individual feedback. We reserve the right to shortlist and interview suitable applicants prior to the closing date, therefore early submission is recommended.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 37,790.00-43,814.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person